Transition Services
We work to connect adult learners to educational programs and services that assist with seamless transitions into the workforce and/or post-secondary education.
Your Transition Specialists
Pang Vangyi - Clovis Region
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Pang Vangyi - Clovis RegionPang Vangyi is a graduate of California State University, Fresno with a Master's Degree in Counseling and a Pupil Personnel Services Credential. She has over 21 years of counseling experience with Fresno Unified School District and State Center Adult Education Consortium. As an immigrant and first generation college student, Pang fully understands the diverse needs of adults in the Central Valley. She is dedicated to ensuring that all students obtain a high quality education and are made aware of their educational and career opportunities. Pang and the transition specialists work with all members in our consortium to align, improve, and support student services. Pang supports the transition team and works regionally with all members and partners.
Pang serves SCAEC’s Clovis Region:
Regional Transitions Counselor State Center Adult Education Consortium Clovis Region Pang.Vangyi@statecenter.com (559) 573-4638 |
Oscar Hinojosa - Central Region
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Oscar Hinojosa - Central RegionOscar Hinojosa is a 2000 graduate of California State University of Stanislaus with a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Science, and a Master of Science Degree in Educational Counseling from National University in 2004. Oscar spent over 10 years as a Regional Sports Director with Special Olympics Northern California working with various local school districts, as well as spending time both as a dropout prevention counselor and a classroom teacher for special education students. Oscar has spent the last three years working in his current role as Transition Specialist with SCAEC and is eager to assist you with your future plans.
Oscar serves SCAEC’s Central Region:
Transitions Specialist State Center Adult Education Consortium Central Region oscar.h@statecenter.com (559) 545-8312 |
Mary Lopez - South Region
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Mary Lopez - South RegionMary Lopez is a first generation college student and received her Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration and her Master’s Degree in Public Administration from California State University, Fresno. Prior to Mary’s appointment as a Transition Specialist, she served as an Outreach Counselor for a Trio program, located at Fresno State, for over 12 years, serving traditionally underrepresented adult groups with enrolling into post-secondary education. Mary has a wealth of experience with the college enrollment and financial aid process and is passionate about assisting students with furthering their educational goals.
Mary serves SCAEC’s South Region:
Transitions Specialist State Center Adult Education Consortium South Region mary.lopez@statecenter.com (559) 776-7919 |
Michelle Santesteban - North Region
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Michelle Santesteban - North RegionMichelle Santesteban has a Master’s Degree in Psychology from the University of Houston and a Bachelor’s Degree in University Studies with concentrations in Behavioral Studies and Spanish Language from the University of New Mexico. Her past experience with academic advising and counseling, advocating for students with disabilities, and teaching psychology and student success college courses makes her well suited to serve as a transition specialist. Michelle is enthusiastic about working with students as well as with all Consortium members and partners.
Michelle serves SCAEC’s North Region:
Transitions Specialist State Center Adult Education Consortium North Region michelle.s@statecenter.com (559) 593-0993 |
